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Kivu, DRC has long been a site of conflict. Nespresso aims to revitalise coffee in the region. Image Source: Getty Images/GlobalP

Growing coffee in conflict areas: Nespresso invests in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo

In Kivu, DRC, conflict and instability has long made coffee farming dangerous and difficult. Nespresso, however, is investing in the region, aiming to revitalise the coffee sector there.

Peanut shortage: What caused it and is it set to last?

Peanuts are by far the most consumed nut (technically a legume) globally, but a recent shortage has caused concern for manufacturers. How serious is the issue and how long will it last?

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Food x Warming World: 9 key themes to watch at the intersection of food and climate

Sustainable and alternative practices are emerging in the food and beverage industry to reduce the impact of climate change.

The new range spans milk, cheese, and butter alternatives, with each product containing a different proportion of dairy and plant-based ingredients. Image credit: Kerry Dairy Consumer Goods

Feeling Smug? Behind Kerry’s launch into hybrid dairy

Kerry Dairy Consumer Foods is bringing ‘real innovation’ to dairy with a range of hybrid products – and tongue-in-cheek branding.

PepsiCo struggles with slower US volumes in Q1 2024, challenges persist in beverage business

PepsiCo is sticking with its fiscal 2024 guidance, after releasing its first-quarter results yesterday, which showed fresh challenges for the food and beverage giant as volumes decreased across its core US businesses amid fierce competition and ongoing...

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How dairy’s nutrient-dense profile can reinforce ‘food as medicine’ and promote holistic health

As the relationship between food and health continues to be explored, studies reveal how the nutrient-dense profile of dairy can support key areas of health.

Will AI revolutionize how brewers create new beers?

Brewers have long championed the craft and passion behind brewing beer - but scientists believe AI and machine learning has the potential to revolutionize how the industry develops new brews. What will beer development look like in the future?